<p>In part two of Ben’s conversation with <strong>Dr Shyamal Mashru</strong>, they unpack what actually makes a <em>good</em> ADHD assessment - and why so many people are still waiting, misdiagnosed, or left without answers.</p><br><p>Dr Shyamal, an NHS Consultant Psychiatrist and Medical Lead for Adult ADHD, explains what happens inside a thorough assessment, who is qualified to diagnose ADHD, and why emotional dysregulation is so often overlooked.&nbsp;</p><br><p>Together, they explore NHS vs private pathways, co-occurring conditions like autism and RSD, and why ADHD rarely shows up in neat, textbook ways.</p><br><p>We hope this episode brings clarity to a process that can often feel stressful, and inaccessible. If you’re questioning ADHD, on a waiting list, or trying to understand what <em>good care</em> really looks like, this conversation is for you.</p><br><p>Join us at&nbsp;<a href="http://hidden20.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><p>________</p><br><p>Host: Ben Branson</p><p>Production Manager: Phoebe De Leiburné</p><p>Video Editor: James Scriven</p><p>Social Media Manager: Charlie Young</p><p>Music: Jackson Greenberg</p><p>Head of Marketing: Kristen Fuller</p><br><p><strong>00:00</strong> Introduction</p><p><strong>01:12</strong> Who Can Diagnose ADHD in the UK?</p><p><strong>04:25</strong> ADHD Assessment Options: NHS vs Private Explained</p><p><strong>11:20</strong> ADHD Assessments Outside the UK: What’s Different?</p><p><strong>13:00</strong> Why ADHD Assessments Are Complex &amp; Often Siloed</p><p><strong>20:14</strong> ADHD &amp; Reduced Life Expectancy: What the Research Shows</p><p><strong>24:20</strong> What Makes a <em>Good</em> ADHD Assessment?</p><p><strong>29:25</strong> ADHD at School vs University: Missed Support</p><p><strong>32:50</strong> RSD, Relationships &amp; Emotional Regulation Flags</p><p><strong>34:16</strong> ADHD &amp; Daily Life: Hobbies, Money, Sleep</p><p><strong>41:02</strong> When ADHD Gets Misdiagnosed - and Why</p><p><strong>47:15</strong> Autism + ADHD: What If You Suspect Both?</p><p><strong>55:06</strong> The Missing Piece in ADHD Diagnosis: Emotional Dysregulation</p><p><strong>59:00</strong> Dr Shyamal’s Green Dot Badge</p><br><p><br></p><br><p><br></p><p>The Hidden 20% is a charity founded by AuDHD entrepreneur, Ben Branson.</p><br><p>Our mission is simple: To change how the world sees neurodivergence.</p><p>No more stigma. No more shame. No more silence.</p><br><p>1 in 5 people are neurodivergent. That’s 1.6 billion of us - yet too many are still excluded, misunderstood, or left without support.</p><br><p>To break the cycle, we amplify voices, challenge myths, and keep showing up. Spotlighting stories, stats and hard truths. Smashing stereotypes through honest voices, creative campaigns and research that can’t be ignored.Every month, over 50,000 people turn to The Hidden 20% to feel safe, seen and to learn about brilliant brains.</p><br><p>With your support, we can reach further, grow louder, and keep fighting for the 1 in 5 who deserve more.</p><br><p>Join us at&nbsp;<a href="http://hidden20.org/donate" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">hidden20.org/donate</a>.</p><br><p>Become a monthly donor.</p><p>Be part of our community where great minds think differently.</p><br><p><br></p><p>Brought to you by charity The Hidden 20% #1203348</p><p>______________</p><br><p>Follow &amp; subscribe…</p><br><p>Website: www.hidden20.org</p><p>Instagram / TikTok / Youtube / X: @Hidden20charity</p><p>Ben Branson @seedlip_ben</p><p>Dr Shymal Mashru @harrowhealthcic</p><br><p>Harrow Health offers bespoke NHS community outpatient services across London, plus fast adult ADHD assessment and treatment across England. For more information please visit: https://adhdrighttochoose.com/</p><br><p><br></p><br><p>If you'd like to support The Hidden 20%, you can buy a "green dot" badge at https://www.hidden20.org/thegreendot/p/badge. All proceeds go to the charity.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>